2014 Ram 5500 Chassis Cab oil viscosity

WARNING!
•An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchorage position directly
behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top
tether strap.
• If your vehicle is equipped with a split rear seat,
make sure the tether strap does not slip into the
opening between the seatbacks as you remove
slack in the strap.
Transporting Pets
Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
a collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses
or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine and
drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or
55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the
limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.
Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri-
mental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil
changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. For
the recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to
“Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Ve-
hicle”.
108 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the
chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Engine Oil Viscosity — 5.7L Engine
MOPAR SAE 5W-20 engine oil or equivalent Pennzoil®
or Shell Helix® is recommended for all operating tem-
peratures. This engine oil improves low temperature
starting and vehicle fuel economy.
For information on engine oil filler cap location, refer to
“Engine Compartment” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle”
for further information.
Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber should not be used.NOTE:
For trucks with a 5.7L engine operating under a
gross combined weight rating of 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg) or
greater, MOPAR SAE 5W-30 engine oil or equivalent
Pennzoil® or Shell Helix® is recommended for all oper-
ating temperatures.
Engine Oil Viscosity — 6.4L Engine
Use Pennzoil Ultra™ 0W–40 engine or equivalent
MOPAR® oil meeting the Chrysler Material Standard
MS-12633 for use in all operating temperatures.
The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on
engine oil filler cap location, refer to the “Engine Com-
partment” in this section.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 453

Hazard Warning Flasher..................420
Jump Starting ......................... .431
Tow Hooks ........................... .437
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........448
Engine ................................ .445
Air Cleaner .......................... .454
Break-In Recommendations ................108
Compartment Identification ................445
Coolant (Antifreeze) .....................504
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................110
Flooded, Starting ...................... .295
Fuel Requirements ..................... .380
Jump Starting ......................... .431
Oil................................. .451
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .453
Oil Selection .......................... .452
Oil Synthetic ......................... .454
Engine Oil Viscosity ...................... .453
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............69Entry System, Illuminated
....................23
Ethanol ............................... .382
Event Data Recorder ........................73
Exhaust Gas Caution .......................110
Exhaust System ...........................110
Exterior Lighting ......................... .151
Exterior Lights ...........................114
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .454
Engine Fuel .......................... .504
Engine Oil ........................... .454
Engine Oil Disposal .....................454
Flashers Turn Signal ............................114
Flat Tire Stowage ........................ .430
Flooded Engine Starting ....................295
Fluid, Brake ............................ .506
Fluid Capacities ......................... .503
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Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt................58
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............6
Vehicle Loading ......................... .352
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............7
Vehicle Storage .......................... .287
Viscosity, Engine Oil ...................... .453
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .200
Warnings and Cautions .......................6
Warranty Information ..................... .520
Washers, Windshield ...................... .163
Washing Vehicle ......................... .478
Water Driving Through ....................... .324
Wheel and Wheel Trim .....................480
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care .................480
Wheel Cover ........................... .428
Wheel Nut Torque ........................ .428Wind Buffeting
............................47
Window Fogging ........................ .287
Windows ................................44
Power ................................44
Rear Sliding .......................... .193
Reset Auto-Up ..........................46
Wind Buffeting ..........................47
Windshield Defroster .......................112
Windshield Washers ...................... .162
Fluid ............................... .162
Windshield Wiper Blades ....................457
Windshield Wipers ....................... .162
Wiper Blade Replacement ...................457
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... .162
Wipers, Rain Sensitive ..................... .164
542 INDEX